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The North Houston Association recently awarded Commissioner R. Jack Cagle the North Star Award for his work improving the region’s mobility and expanding the Spring Creek Greenway.
“Commissioner Cagle is a champion of beautification and mobility, leading projects such as the Sam Houston Tollway direct connector project and the expansion of the Spring Creek Greenway,” said Darrin Willer, North Houston Association chair.
The award is given to north Houston residents who have made a long-term, significant...

Precinct 4's world-renowned botanic center at Mercer Botanic Gardens just got bigger. The botanic center recently acquired 47,000 new plant specimens on long-term loan that will aid researchers in preserving Texas’ most endangered species. Read more below to find out how Precinct 4’s herbarium has grown.
Now with more than 50,000 specimens, Mercer Botanic Center is becoming one of the top research institutions in the Houston area. Mercer’s herbarium provides a convenient location for local botanists.

Precinct 4 invites the community to enjoy a free showing of Sing starting at dusk along with a snack and activity Thursday, June 15 at Burroughs Park and Friday, June 16 at Collins Park.
In this fun, family-friendly film, Buster Moon must create the world’s greatest singing competition to restore his once great theater. Watch as five contestants battle for the prize and discover something greater along the way. “Summer Movie Nights in the Park is the perfect chance to relax and enjoy a special night under...